Lantana camara
Family Verbenaceae
Species Profile
| Species classification | Invasive [Weeds of National Significance; NSW's Noxious Weeds; World's Worst Invasive Alien Species] |
| Common names | Common Lantana, Kamara Lantana, Lantana, Large-leaf Lantana, Pink Flowered Lantana, Red Flowered Lantana, Red-Flowered Sage, White Sage, Wild Sage |
| Synonyms | Information unavailable |
| Longevity | Perennial |
| Growth form | Shrub, Vine/scrambler/climber |
| Seed dispersal morphology | Fleshy fruit/Edible/Aril |
| Maximum height (m) | 3 |
| Capable of vegetative reproduction | Yes |
| Native range | Central America, North America, South America, West Indes |
| Exotic range (Australia) | NSW, NT, QLD, VIC, WA, Lord Howe Island, Norfolk Island |
| Exotic range (other) | Europe, southern Africa, North America |
| Habitat types (exotic) | Agricultural land, Disturbed areas (including trails), Dry sclerophyll forest, Forest, Grasslands, Pastures, Riparian systems, Roadsides, Thickets, Urban areas, gardens and parks, Wet sclerophyll forest, Woodlands |
| Soil type (exotic) | Clay, Fertile, Infertile - low fertility, Sandy, Well drained |
| Decade of introduction | 1840 |
National Climate Change Impact
Invasive Class 3
The area of suitable habitat and the habitat suitability of observations, for this species, are projected to decrease or remain the same under RCP 8.5 2065 compared to current climate suitability.
Maps of Habitat Suitability & Recorded Occurrences
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Current suitable habitat
2035 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)
2065 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)
Recorded occurrences
(Australia)
Recorded occurrences
(global)
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